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The Hand of Death Movie Poster - Authentic Ghana hand painted Art

The Hand of Death Movie Poster - Authentic Ghana hand painted Art

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The Hand of Death Movie Poster

Discover the vibrant, authentic hand-painted movie poster from Ghana, West Africa. This unique piece is a gem of African art, crafted on recycled canvas with bold, dramatic visuals.

Details of This Film and Poster:

  • Film: The Hand of Death - Martial Arts
  • Artist: Painted in Ghana by Leonardo for ZAAP Video Club.
  • Size: Art size 65" x 43" (165 cm x 109 cm).
  • Condition: Shows signs of a storied past with average condition, minor damages, repairs, and some fading of paint, highlighting its history and authenticity. Please see photos for more detail.

These hand-painted Ghana movie posters are highly collectible, showcased in museums worldwide, and offer a peek into the dynamic local cinema culture of the 1980s. Each piece tells a unique story, reflecting the artist's personal interpretation and creative vision of the film.

This Ghanaian hand-painted movie poster captures the essence of the 1976 martial arts film "Hand of Death," also known as "Countdown in Kung Fu." Created on recycled flour sacks, this vibrant poster features dynamic illustrations of the key characters, showcasing the unique style and artistic freedom characteristic of local Ghanaian artists.

Cultural and Artistic Significance

Hand-painted movie posters from Ghana represent a significant cultural artifact within African art, stemming from an era when local cinema operators needed captivating visuals to attract audiences to mobile cinema screenings. Each poster is a unique piece of art, painted with oil on canvas made from stitched-together flour sacks, reflecting the local artists' interpretations of the films promoted.

Film Information

"Hand of Death" (1976)

  • Genre: Action, Drama, Martial Arts
  • Director: John Woo
  • Cast: Doran Tan, James Tien, Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung
  • Plot: The plot centers around Yun Fei, a survivor of the Shaolin Temple's destruction, who creates the Goose Fist to seek revenge against the traitor helping the Manchus.

The film is notable for its early performances by martial arts legends like Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung, under the direction of the iconic John Woo. The narrative is rich with themes of loyalty, martial arts heritage, and revenge, making it a classic in the genre.

Explore more about the unique tradition of Ghanaian hand-painted movie posters at TribalGH's collection of Ghana movie posters.

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Discover More About "The Hand of Death"

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